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Drought-Proofing Los Angeles County

December 8, 2023 Expert BlogUnited States, CaliforniaDr. Mark Gold

L.A. County releases an ambitious new plan to switch to 80 percent local water to address increasing droughts from climate change.

Yet Another Oil Spill Hits the Gulf of Mexico

December 8, 2023 Expert BlogLouisianaRebecca Loomis, Valerie Cleland

The largest Gulf oil spill since Deepwater Horizon highlights the inherent risks of offshore drilling to coastal communities and marine ecosystems.

Climate and Clean Energy Advocates Call on Governor Hochul to Release Outline of Ambitious and Equitable Cap-and-Invest Proposal Before Year-End

December 7, 2023 Press ReleaseNew York

As New York leaders develop rules for a cap-and-invest program to slash climate pollution, climate and clean energy organizations issued a statement to Governor Kathy Hochul.

South Fork Wind Is Also a Victory for Whales

December 7, 2023 Expert BlogUnited States, New YorkDr. Francine Kershaw

The first U.S. utility-scale offshore wind project turns on the lights—and was built with strong protections in place for endangered whales.

International Trade: A Policy Tool for Climate Action?

December 7, 2023 Expert BlogUnited StatesChristina Theodoridi, Jackie Wong

Recently introduced Democrat and Republican bills propose tariffs at the border for widely traded products with high greenhouse gas emissions intensity.

PG&E’s Billing Software Delays Could Cost Californians Over $1 Billion

December 7, 2023 Expert BlogCaliforniaMohit Chhabra

The CPUC must take decisive action to ensure fixes are made in a timely manner.

Food Waste Solutions on the Menu at COP28

December 6, 2023 Expert BlogUnited StatesYvette Cabrera, Madeline Keating

COP28 is a critical moment to take global action on food waste reduction. 

Global Hydrogen Market Will Require Strong Climate Safeguards

December 6, 2023 Press ReleaseInternational

Three key announcements made at COP28 today will have a significant bearing on the emerging global hydrogen industry:

Driving Clean Transportation Forward in Virginia

December 6, 2023 Expert BlogVirginiaPatrick King II, Walton Shepherd

NRDC's scorecard shows some of Virginia's progress but also highlights the significant work that remains to be done.

Food Waste Funding Opportunity: Climate Pollution Reduction Grants

December 6, 2023 Expert BlogWashington, D.C.Madeline Keating, Andrea Collins

The Climate Pollution Reduction Grants can offer key food waste reduction funding and support. 

Beyond the Tailpipe

December 5, 2023 Expert BlogUnited StatesJohn Bailey

Brakes and tires are now a major source of particulate matter pollution from cars and trucks.

Electric Vehicles: A Win-Win for Illinois Drivers & Utility Customers

December 5, 2023 Expert BlogIllinoisMuhammed Patel, Annie Minondo

Widespread adoption of electric vehicles in Illinois will benefit all utility customers as we transition towards a cleaner transportation system.

EPA Wants Lead Pipes Out in a Decade: Chicagoans Could Wait 40+ Years

December 5, 2023 Expert BlogIllinois, ChicagoChakena D. Sims

Chicago's lead pipes could be replaced by 2067 or later based on the EPA's Lead and Copper Rule Improvements proposal.

How Neonics Can Harm Soil Health and Soil Biodiversity

December 5, 2023 Expert BlogNew YorkDr. Daniel Rath, Daniel Raichel

This World Soil Day, let's acknowledge the effects that neonic pesticides can have on soil health and biodiversity, and the farms that depend on them.

Municipal Compost Is Key for Regenerative Farms and Sustainable Cities

December 5, 2023 Expert BlogUnited StatesDr. Daniel Rath, Darby Hoover

Compost is a physical reminder that soils, farms, and farmers are all part of a larger food system inextricably linked with municipalities and urban areas